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Long-Term Care Nurse Fired for Not Falsifying Documentation

Nurse.com

A long-term care nurse shared that her facility was accused of negligence in failing to use bed rails properly to prevent residents from falling out of bed. . It appears that the RN has substantial, credible information about the conduct of the nursing home administrator and the nurse who changed her initial documentation.

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Canada’s New Long-Term Care Standards- Accountability & Risk Management on a Mission

Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs

This was in the 80s, before Long-Term Care (LTC) Standards were anywhere near what they are now. This call from leaders includes Ontario’s scathing Long-Term Care COVID-19 Commission Interim report.[1] I was a post-RN student in the BScN program at Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ontario.

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How to Select the Best Long-term Care Facility for Your Elder Parent

Caregiver Support Services

Making the decision that it’s time for your elderly parent to move into a long-term care facility is never easy, yet in some instances it is essential if your parent needs care you might not be able to offer. Selecting the right long-term care facility will impact your parent’s experience.

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Employment Considerations for Long Term Care Facilities under the Biden-Harris Administration

Healthcare Law Insights blog

In direct response to the significant challenges experienced by long term care (LTC) facilities throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the Biden-Harris Administration announced its commitment to improving safety and quality of care. Background . Conclusion.

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Happy Canada Day to Our Home Healthcare Community!

AlayaCare

With this flexibility, provinces and territories developed extended services such as home care, ambulatory care, and long-term care. Home care is identified as a priority. Construction begins on national health information highway. Home care reporting system launches. Happy Canada Day to all!

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Features To Look For in New Medical Equipment

Caregiver Support Services

Cutting-edge technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, offering innovative solutions to improve patient care and streamline healthcare operations. This integration facilitates a more flexible and responsive approach to patient care while supporting telehealth practices, making healthcare more accessible to everyone.

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The Universal Foundation: What therapy teams should know

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

The NQS initially stated plan was aimed at improving the quality and safety of healthcare for everyone, with a special focus on people from underserved and under-resourced communities. All of these areas collectively play a role in effective rehab planning, coordination, and discharge effectiveness. Have a column idea?